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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Setty, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Mala Setty, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Setty is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Setty’s office at (510) 428-3058.
Is Dr. Setty board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Mala Setty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Setty speak?
Dr. Setty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Setty typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Setty diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Setty. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Setty typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Setty performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Setty. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Setty accept my insurance?
Dr. Setty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 428-3058 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Setty accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Setty in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Setty's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Setty affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Setty has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures

Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Sutter Tracy Community Hospital,Tracy, CA
Ranked Mastectomy

Sutter Tracy Community Hospital,Tracy, CA
Ranked Mastectomy
Uc Davis Medical Center,Sacramento, CA
Ranked Uterine and Ovarian Cancer Surgery

Uc Davis Medical Center,Sacramento, CA
Ranked Uterine and Ovarian Cancer Surgery
Ucsf Benioff Childrens Hospitals - Oakland,Oakland, CA
Ucsf Benioff Childrens Hospitals - Oakland,Oakland, CA
Sutter Lakeside Hospital,Lakeport, CA
Sutter Lakeside Hospital,Lakeport, CA
What is Dr. Setty's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Setty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790720308.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Setty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Setty
What is Dr. Mala Setty's specialty?
Dr. Setty is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Oakland, CA.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is Dr. Mala Setty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Setty is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Uc Davis Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Dr. Mala Setty accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mala Setty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mala Setty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Setty's office at (510) 428-3058 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mala Setty?
Please contact Dr. Setty's office at (510) 428-3058 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Setty's office located?
Dr. Setty's offices are located in Oakland, CA and San Francisco, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mala Setty have?
Dr. Mala Setty is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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